Fernand Ledoux
Biography
Fernand Ledoux was a French film and theatre actor of Belgian origin. Born on January 24, 1897, in Tirlemont, he began his career with small roles at the Comédie-Française. Ledoux appeared in close to eighty films, with one notable role being the stationmaster Roubaud in Jean Renoir's La Bête humaine. He remained primarily a theatrical actor for the duration of his career. Ledoux was married to Fernande Thabuy and had four children. He was also an amateur painter and lived in Normandy before moving to Villerville, where he died on September 21, 1993.
Career overview
Fernand Ledoux was a French film and theatre actor of Belgian origin. He began his career with small roles at the Comédie-Française. Ledoux appeared in close to eighty films, with one of his notable roles being in Jean Renoir's La Bête humaine.
Ledoux's career primarily consisted of theatrical performances. He was a member of the Comédie-Française and appeared in numerous stage productions. His work in film was notable, with a significant role in La Bête humaine, but he remained primarily a theatrical actor throughout his career.
Ledoux's filmography includes a wide range of productions, with specific titles not explicitly stated in the provided sources. His work in film and theatre spanned several decades, with his career lasting until his death in 1993.
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75 titles- Les Misérables (1982) as Mr. Gillenormand, uncle of Marius Pontmercy
- A Thousand Billion Dollars (1982) as Mr. Guérande
- To Each His Hell (1977) as Le père
- Alice or the Last Escapade (1977) as Doctor / Old man at banquet
- 30 millions d'amis (1976) as Self
- Le Père Amable (1975) as Father Amable Houlbrecque
- Chinese In Paris (1974) as Frugebelle, l'académicien collabo
- The Burned Barns (1973) as Dean of Judges
- Moi y'en a vouloir des sous (1973) as Sauveur Chouras
- Donkey Skin (1970) as The Red King
- Under the Sign of the Bull (1969) as Le juge
- À la recherche de Jean Grémillon (1969) as Self
- At Theatre Tonight (1966) as M. Marinier, conseiller à la cour
- At Theatre Tonight (1966) Stage Director
- Le Père de Mademoiselle (1966) as M. Marinier, conseiller à la cour
- Le Père de Mademoiselle (1966) Stage Director
- Public School (1965) as L'inspecteur
- The Sword and the Balance (1963) as Prosecutor
- The Longest Day (1962) as Louis
- The Trial (1962) as Chief Clerk of the Law Court
- Freud: The Secret Passion (1962) as Dr. Charcot
- Les Célibataires (1962) as Elie de Coëtquidan
- The Big Gamble (1961) as Customs Official
- The Truth (1960) as Le médecin légiste
- Recourse in Grace (1960) as The priest
- I Spit on Your Grave (1959) as Horace Chandley
- Les Misérables (1958) as Monsignor Bienvenu Myriel
- Christine (1958) as Mr Weiring
- Les Violents (1958) as Pierre Tiercelin
- He Who Must Die (1957) as Pope Grigoris
- Bold Adventure (1956) as Claes, sower
- Law of the Streets (1956) as Father Blain
- Papa, Mama, My Wife and Me (1955) as Fernand Langlois, le père, professeur
- Les Hommes en blanc (1955) as Dr. Delpuech
- Fortune carrée (1955) as Le Cadi
- Papa, Mama, the Maid and I (1954) as Fernand Langlois, father, professor
- Act of Love (1953) as Fernand Lacaud
- The Curious Adventures of Mr. Wonderbird (1953) as King (voice)
- Mr. Scrupule, Gangster (1953)
- La Joie de vivre (1952) as Self
- Wolves Hunt at Night (1952) as Thomas Mollert
- White Paws (1949) as Jock le Guen
- Unusual Tales (1949) as Montrésor
- Monsignor (1949) as Piétrefond
- The Barton Mystery (1949) as Beverley
- Eternal Conflict (1948) as Professeur Janvier
- L'Ombre (1948) as Firmin Blache
- Danger of Death (1947) as Pharmacist Adrien Loiseau
- Devil's Daughter (1946) as The doctor
- The Sea Rose (1946) as Romain Jardehu
- La Grande Marnière (1945) as Carvajan
- Girl with Grey Eyes (1945) as Doctor Renard
- The Bellman (1945) as Fabret, his friend
- Behold Beatrice (1944) as Doctor Mauléon
- It Happened at the Inn (1943) as Goupi-Mains rouges
- The London Man (1943) as Maloin
- The Heart of a Nation (1943) as Mayor
- Des jeunes filles dans la nuit (1943) as Auguste
- The Devil's Envoys (1942) as Baron Hugues, Anne's father
- The Four-Poster Bed (1942) as Porey-Cave
- Stormy Waters (1941) as Le Bosco
- Who Killed Santa Claus? (1941) as The Mayor
- Volpone (1941) as Corvino
- Her First Affair (1941) as Nicolas
- Premier bal (1941) as Michel Noblet
- Métropolitain (1939) as (uncredited)
- La Bête Humaine (1938) as Roubaud
- S.O.S. Mediterranean (1938) as Martin
- Youth in Revolt (1938) as The doctor
- Mayerling (1936) as Philippe de Cobourg
- Taras Bulba (1936) as Tovkatch
- Le Vagabond bien-aimé (1936) as Major Walters
- Folies Bergère (1935) as François
- The Eight-Forty-Seven Train (1934) as Flick
- Villa Destin (1921)
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Fernand Ledoux best known for?
Fernand Ledoux is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Les Misérables (1982), Matewan (1987), Chinese In Paris (1974), The Burned Barns (1973).
When and where was Fernand Ledoux born?
Fernand Ledoux was born on January 24, 1897 in Tirlemont, Belgium. They passed away on September 21, 1993.
How many credits does Fernand Ledoux have?
Fernand Ledoux has accumulated over 75 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1921 to 1982.
What is Fernand Ledoux's background in cinema and television?
Fernand Ledoux was a French film and theatre actor of Belgian origin. Born on January 24, 1897, in Tirlemont, he began his career with small roles at the Comédie-Française. Ledoux appeared in close to eighty films, with one notable role being the stationmaster Roubaud in Jean Renoir's La Bête humaine. He remained prima...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- The Sword and the Balance (1963) as Prosecutor — aged about 66
- The Longest Day (1962) as Louis — aged about 65
- The Truth (1960) as Le médecin légiste — aged about 63
- The Trial (1962) as Chief Clerk of the Law Court — aged about 65
- Donkey Skin (1970) as The Red King — aged about 73
- Les Misérables (1958) as Monsignor Bienvenu Myriel — aged about 61
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